Tesla has released pricing and specs for the dual-motor all-wheel drive and Performance Model 3. All in, the flagship version of Tesla’s “smaller, simpler, more affordable” electric car will cost $78,000.
The Performance version will do 0-60 mph in 3.5 seconds, has a top speed of 155 mph, and a 310 mile range. Tesla CEO Elon Musk tweeted that it will beat anything in its class on the track.
Cost of all options, wheels, paint, etc is included (apart from Autopilot). Cost is $78k. About same as BMW M3, but 15% quicker & with better handling. Will beat anything in its class on the track.
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) May 20, 2018
The Performance package will also have an option for the much anticipated white interior. The option won’t be available on the non-performance Model 3 until the end of the year. As for other new options, the dual-motor and Performance cars can be outfitted with a carbon fiber spoiler and 20-inch Performance wheels.
The normal dual motor AWD option adds $5,000 to the price tag. The car will do 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds, has a top speed of 140 mph, and 310 miles of range.
Musk said on Twitter that the dual-motor cars will feature both an AC induction motor and a switched reluctance, partial permanent magnet motor. He said one is optimized for power and one for range. The car will continue to drive even if one of the motors fails, so drivers “don’t get stuck on side of road in potentially unsafe conditions.”
Tesla dual motor means there is a motor in front & a motor in rear. One is optimized for power & one for range. Car drives fine even if a motor breaks down. Helps ensure you make it to your destination & don’t get stuck on side of road in potentially unsafe conditions.
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) May 20, 2018
Musk has said the dual-motor cars will likely start production in July when Model 3 production hits a rate of 5,000 vehicles per week. It’s a good sign that production is ramping up.